invitation etiquette question

blueberries8

I have a fair number of close friends and family members who have already communicated to me verbally that  they won't be able to make it to my wedding. I live very far away from most of them (abroad to be exact) so this is really to be expected. However, I can't imagine not inviting them to my wedding even though I know they will decline. Is it gift-grabby or in poor taste to still send them an invitation even though they've already told me they're not coming? Are the rules regarding this different for relatives than the rules for friends? Thanks for any guidance, I appreciate it!

Hello Sunshine

Send the invites anyway.

Night_Sprite

If you would like them to come, still invite them.  Sometimes plans change to increase availability.

Soon-to-be Mrs. Vogt

You should send the invites anyway.Their plans may change, they may feel like they're not included if they don't receive a formal invitation, etc.They can decide whether or not they want to send gifts if they can't make it.

danieliza1127

If you still want to invite them, invite them!  You want them to know that you want them to be there, and  you never know, some people's plans might change or they might decide to save up and try to come.

julie_abeille

I agree with the all the pps. Plus they might want to have your invite as a keepsake. I save invitations from weddings if the couple were close friends or family members.

blueberries8

thanks for the quick responses, guys! looks like the vote is unanimous to send them anyway, which makes me feel better about doing so.